Training a senior dog doesn’t have to be impossible. Here are some helpful tips that can help your pet age gracefully and actively in your household.
Category: Behaviors and Training
How to Make a Dog Drop Something
If you’ve ever wondered how to make a dog drop something, try these training tips that will enable you and your dog to thoroughly enjoy a game of fetch.
My Dog Licks My Ears — Why?
When your dog licks your ears, it can be a healthy sign of affection, if a little annoying. Prevent him from going overboard with these helpful hints.
How to Get Your Dog to Sleep in Their Own Bed
Find out why I recommend that dog and owner sleep in separate beds, how to train your dog to sleep in his own bed, and tips on buying the perfect dog bed.
Can Dogs Watch TV? Here’s the REAL Story
If you’re wondering, “Can dogs watch TV?” — the answer is yes. But research has shown that watching television may not come easily for dogs. Here’s why…
How Does a Cat Brain Compare With a Human Brain?
Did you know that a cat’s brain has 1,000 times more “data storage” than an iPad — and operates a million times faster? Size of head does NOT matter.
How to Stop a Dog From Digging in the Yard
Digging is only a symptom of a real problem that you’ll need to address before you can expect a behavioral change.
7 Keys to Reading Your Dog’s Body Language
Dogs are constantly trying to communicate with us using their body and space.
What to Do If Your Dog Barks at Men
Some dogs have such a distaste for men that they become aggressive with them. The good news is that you can modify this behavior. Here’s how.
When Is It Ever OK to Hit a Dog?
After a recent incident that left me shaken, I still find it hard to believe people discipline their dogs by hitting them. What do you think: Is it ever OK to hit a dog?
Dog Eats Poo: What in the World to Do?
Behaviorist/trainer Clarissa Fallis explains why a dog would eat poop, and then gives tips for preventing this rather embarrassing behavior.
Why Is This Cat Aggressive Around House Guests?
The house guests were told that Blizzard was a little edgy. But I don’t think we were truly prepared for the hissing and spitting.
Can Cats Burp? (It’s Time to Clear the Air)
Was the sound your cat just made a burp? Can cats burp? Countless people agree while some vets say it’s impossible.
5 Ways to Keep the Dog Entertained While You’re at Work
There are a few simple ways to keep the dog entertained while you’re at work. Here are a handful of my favorites.
Can Dogs Hear Babies in the Womb?
Pregnant women often insist that their dog is the first to realize that they are expecting. But can dogs actually hear in utero sounds?